Hotel Splendide Royal
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- Ideal for couples, a special occasion
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Hotel Splendide Royal is a five-star luxury hotel on the shore of Lake Lugano and a member of Leading Hotels of the World.
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Why go
- Lugano’s first hotel-palazzo, modeled on French Baroque castles.
- Opened in 1902 as Hotel Splendide.
- Past guests include Ella Fitzgerald, Sophia Loren, Tina Turner and George H. W. Bush.
Good to know
Bridal suiteNon-smoking roomsSuitesFamily roomsHOTEL CLASS5 of 5 starsClassicFamilyAllergy-free roomBathrobesAir conditioningHousekeepingPrivate balconyRoom serviceMinibarFlatscreen TVEnglish, French, Spanish, GermanElectric vehicle charging stationFree High Speed Internet (WiFi)Fitness / spa locker roomsHot tubFree breakfastBicycle rentalBabysittingPets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Good for
- couples
- families
- groups
- business
Rooms
- Bridal suite
- available
- Non-smoking rooms
- available
- Suites
- available Two junior suites and six suites.
- Family rooms
- available
- Allergy-free room
- available
- Room features
- Rooms pair classic furnishings with modern amenities. Features include air conditioning, bathrobes, housekeeping, private balcony, room service, minibar and flatscreen TV. Room features include
Amenities
- spa Two saunas, a solarium and a fitness area.
- hot tub
- fitness/spa locker rooms
- electric vehicle charging
- pets Dogs and other pets are allowed.
- breakfast Free breakfast.
- meetings and events Four conference and banquet rooms accommodate up to 300 people.
Restaurants and bars on site
- The hotel serves afternoon English tea and dinner on its terrace.
Location
- At Lugano’s southern end, the hotel occupies the grounds of Villa Merlina.
What you see
- Private balconies are among the hotel’s room features.
With kids
- Family rooms are available.
Interesting facts3
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125 beds
The Fedele family expanded the property into a hotel with 125 beds.
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1977
In 1977, the Fedele family sold the hotel to an Italian hotel company, which added a wing with 53 guest rooms.
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Wealthy Europeans became regular guests in the hotel’s early years, especially in summer.
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History
- 19th c.Villa Merlina was known for its ornamental gardens.
- UndatedAugusto Guidini senior converted the building into a hotel.
- 1902–1903Paolito Somazzi renovated the hotel.
Shorts
Sources: Splendide-Royal Hotel - Wikipedia · Splendide Royal Hotel Lugano - Official Website… · checked 26 Sep 2026
Where
Riva Antonio Caccia 7, 6900, Lugano
- Website
- splendide.ch
- Phone
- +41-919857711
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Questions and answers
Is Wi-Fi available at Hotel Splendide Royal?
Yes, free high-speed Wi-Fi is available.
Which languages are spoken at Hotel Splendide Royal?
English, French, Spanish and German.
Can I rent a bicycle at Hotel Splendide Royal?
Bicycle rental is available.
Does the hotel offer babysitting?
Yes, babysitting is available.
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